[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 10346-10348]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-03243]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2013-0964; Directorate Identifier 2013-CE-035-AD;
Amendment 39-17757; AD 2014-03-20]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A Model P-180 airplanes. This AD results
from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an
aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe
condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as insufficient clearance between one of the horizontal
stabilizer end ribs and the corresponding elevator horn. We are issuing
this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these
products.
DATES: This AD is effective April 1, 2014.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of April 1,
2014.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2013-
0964; or in person at Document Management Facility, U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
For service information identified in this AD, contact Piaggio Aero
Industries S.p.A--Airworthiness Office, Via Luigi Cibrario, 4-16154
Genova-Italy; phone: +39 010 6481353; fax: +39 010 6481881; email:
[email protected]; Internet: http://www.piaggioaero.com/#/en/aftersales/service-support. You may view this referenced service
information
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at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City,
Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at
the FAA, call (816) 329-4148.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mike Kiesov, Aerospace Engineer, FAA,
Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri
64106; telephone: (816) 329-4144; fax: (816) 329-4090; email:
[email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Piaggio Aero
Industries S.P.A Model P-180 airplanes. That NPRM was published in the
Federal Register on November 20, 2013 (78 FR 69600). That NPRM proposed
to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products and was based
on mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by
an aviation authority of another country. The MCAI states:
Insufficient clearance between one of the horizontal stabilizer
end rib and the corresponding elevator horn was found on an in-
service aeroplane.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to
interference between the elevator and horizontal stabilizer
surfaces, resulting in restricted elevator control and consequent
reduced control of the aeroplane.
To address this potential unsafe condition, Piaggio Aero
Industries (PAI) issued Service Bulletin (SB) 80-0381 to provide
inspection instructions.
For the reasons described above, this AD requires accomplishment
of a one-time measurement of the actual clearance between the
elevator horn and the horizontal stabilizer tip rib, and depending
on findings, restoration of the required minimum clearance value.
This AD also requires reporting of the inspection result to PAI.
The MCAI can be found in the AD docket on the Internet at: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0964-0002.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (78 FR 69600, November 20,
2013) or on the determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed. We have
determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM (78 FR 69600, November 20, 2013) for correcting the unsafe
condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM (78 FR 69600, November 20, 2013).
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect 112 products of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take about 1 work-hour per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $85 per work-hour.
Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S.
operators to be $9,520, or $85 per product.
In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on actions will
take about 5 work-hours and require parts costing $50, for a cost of
$475 per product. We have no way of determining the number of products
that may need these actions.
Paperwork Reduction Act
A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not
required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to penalty for
failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the
requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of
information displays a current valid OMB control number. The control
number for the collection of information required by this AD is 2120-
0056. The paperwork cost associated with this AD has been detailed in
the Costs of Compliance section of this document and includes time for
reviewing instructions, as well as completing and reviewing the
collection of information. Therefore, all reporting associated with
this AD is mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden
and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA
at 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591. ATTN: Information
Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify this AD:
(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
(2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating it in Docket No. FAA-
2013-0964; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD
docket contains the NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments
received, and other information. The street address for the Docket
Office (telephone (800) 647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments
will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new AD:
2014-03-20 Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A: Amendment 39-17757; Docket
No. FAA-2013-0964; Directorate Identifier 2013-CE-035-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective April 1,
2014.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A Model P-180
airplanes, manufacturer serial numbers 1002 and 1004 through 1231,
certificated in any category.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 27: Flight
Controls.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority
of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as
insufficient clearance between one of the horizontal stabilizer end
ribs and the corresponding elevator horn. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct insufficient clearance between one of the
horizontal stabilizer end rib and the corresponding elevator horn,
which could result in interference between the elevator and
horizontal stabilizer surfaces, consequently resulting in restricted
elevator control and reduced control of the airplane.
(f) Actions and Compliance
Unless already done, do the following actions as specified in
paragraphs (f)(1) through (f)(3) of this AD:
(1) Within the next 200 hours time-in service (TIS) after April
1, 2014 (the effective date of this AD) or within the next 12 months
after April 1, 2014 (the effective date of this AD), whichever
occurs first, measure the clearances between the horns of the
elevator and the end ribs of the horizontal stabilizer (HS) on left-
hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) sides following Part A of the
Accomplishment Instructions in Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A.
Mandatory Service Bulletin No.: 80-0381, Rev. 0, dated May 2, 2013.
(2) If the clearance is less than 5 mm on the HS LH or RH side
during the measurement as required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD,
before further flight, rework the affected elevator to restore the
required minimum clearance between the horn of the elevator and the
end rib of the horizontal stabilizer following Part B of the
Accomplishment Instructions in Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A.
Mandatory Service Bulletin No.: 80-0381, Rev. 0, dated May 2, 2013.
(3) Within 30 days after accomplishment of the measurement as
required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, report the results to
Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A. following Part C of the
Accomplishment Instructions in Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A.
Mandatory Service Bulletin No.: 80-0381, Rev. 0, dated May 2, 2013.
(g) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
Standards Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send
information to ATTN: Mike Kiesov, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small
Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri
64106; telephone: (816) 329-4144; fax: (816) 329-4090; email:
[email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane
to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal
inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO),
or lacking a PI, your local FSDO.
(2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in
this AD, a federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person
is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a
penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information
subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless
that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control
Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is
2120-0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is
estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per response, including the
time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the
collection of information. All responses to this collection of
information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this
burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to
the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn:
Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200.
(h) Related Information
Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD No.
2013-0239, dated September 30, 2013, for related information. The
MCAI can be found in the AD docket on the Internet at: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D= FAA-2013-0964-0002.
(i) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A. Mandatory Service Bulletin
No.: 80-0381, Rev. 0, dated May 2, 2013.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For Piaggio Aero Industries S.P.A service information
identified in this AD, contact Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A--
Airworthiness Office, Via Luigi Cibrario, 4 16154 Genova-Italy;
phone: +39 010 6481353; fax: +39 010 6481881; email:
[email protected]; Internet: http://www.piaggioaero.com/#/en/aftersales/service-support.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Small
Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
(816) 329-4148.
(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on February 7, 2014.
Earl Lawrence,
Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2014-03243 Filed 2-24-14; 8:45 am]
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